In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking', Caroline welcomes Paul Cagnetti, CEO of Freight Connect, to discuss the challenges and strategies for running a successful trucking business in 2024, particularly for small carriers and owner-operators. Paul shares his journey from being laid off as a sales manager at Sprint to becoming a freight broker and eventually leading Freight Connect. The conversation covers various aspects of the transportation industry, including the importance of understanding economic indicators, building direct shipper relationships, and the role of health and fitness for truck drivers. Paul emphasizes the significance of proper research, planning, and education in maintaining a sustainable trucking business amid changing market conditions.

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